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US Galaxy Z Flip 5, Fold 5 get January 2025 security update

Samsung is enhancing the Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Galaxy Z Fold 5 security segments with the January 2025 update. The company is rolling out the latest software update in batches. It will take some days to approach all the eligible smartphone users in this market.
The update mainly brings the January 2025 security patch that eliminates 30 CVEs major privacy exploits and 22 Samsung-specific vulnerabilities. Thus, installing the new update on your device will unlock an efficient and bug-free experience.
We suggest all Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Galaxy Z Fold 5 device users keep their phones up-to-date with security patches. These standard rollouts often work as a baseline build for a major upgrade. The One UI 7 version is ready to enter the Galaxy world with interesting features.
Coming back, the Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Galaxy Z Fold 5 are now receiving the January 2025 update. The former smartphone is fetching the update with the One UI F731USQS5DXLF version while the latter is getting the firmware with the F946USQS5DXLF build. The update is available for Verizon-locked models in the US and the company will expand it soon.
This update doesn’t bring any major changes to the foldables. But the latest firmware is bringing some new security improvements. It will eventually boost the overall Galaxy device’s health and make it more reliable for users.
Hence, install the new firmware as soon as it reaches your device. In case you have not received the update alert yet then visit Settings > Software Updates. Now tap on the Download and Install and let the device search for the newest versions.
Galaxy Z Flip 7 to launch with Exynos 2500 chipset
Recently, tipster Jukanloserev revealed the specifications of the Exynos 2500, Samsung’s 3nm mobile platform that is likely to be featured in the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7, barring the S25 debut.
- 3.3GHz ARM Cortex-X925 1core
- 2.75GHz ARM Cortex-A725 2core
- 2.36GHz ARM Cortex-A725 5core
- 1.8GHz ARM Cortex-A520 2core
- L3 Cache 16MB
- 9.6Gbps 16bit Quad-Channel LPDDR5X Memory
- UFS4.x STORAGE
- 1.3GHz Samsung Xclipse 950 GPU (AMD RDNA3.5 Base Custom 8WGP)
- 320MP ISP
- 56TOPs NPU
- 8K@60fps Decoding & 8K@30fps Recoding MFC
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Samsung Galaxy S22, Galaxy Z Fold 4, and Flip 4 unlock One UI 8 magic with Android 16 upgrade

Samsung has rolled out the Android 16-based One UI 8 update for the Galaxy S22, Galaxy S22 Plus, Galaxy S22 Ultra, Galaxy Z Flip 4, and Galaxy Z Fold 4 smartphones. This update takes your Galaxy experience to the next level with new features and improvements.
Users of the Galaxy S22 series, Galaxy Z Flip 4, and Galaxy Z Fold 4 are getting the One UI 8 update through One UI build versions:
- Galaxy S22: S901BXXUIGYI7
- Galaxy S22 Plus: S906BXXUIGYI7
- Galaxy S22 Ultra: S908BXXUIGYI7
- Galaxy Z Flip 4: F721BXXUAIYIF
- Galaxy Z Fold 4: F936BXXUAIYIF
The update’s installation package is approximately 3.2GB in size and brings several new features and improvements to make your device better and more useful.
Additionally, it also installs the October 2025 security patch to improve system security and stability. You can download the update via Settings >> Software update >> Download and install.
One UI 8 features:
Samsung’s Android 16 brings several new features and improvements to the Galaxy S22 series, Galaxy Z Flip 4, and Galaxy Z Fold 4. It makes the phone faster and easier to use.
Moreover, it also comes with a new, modern design that gives your phone an even better look. Plus, this update allows you to customize your lock screen, home screen, and notifications more easily.
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Samsung Galaxy A55 and A35 grabbing One UI 8 update in more countries

Samsung has started rolling out the stable One UI 8 update to its mid-range Galaxy A55 and Galaxy A35 in India and internationally, respectively, after launching them in Korea last week. Galaxy A55 and Galaxy A35 users can enjoy One UI 8 features, and it is expected to arrive in other regions soon.
The major update brings a number of new features and improvements to the Galaxy A55 5G and Galaxy A35 5G devices, along with the goodness of the Android 16 operating system.
One UI 8 is Samsung’s custom skin that runs on top of Android 16. It offers a more refined and user-friendly interface, with enhanced privacy and security options, redesigned widgets and notifications, improved performance and battery life, and more.
Samsung Galaxy A55 users are getting the One UI 8 update with One UI build versions A356EXXU5CYI8. On their Galaxy devices, users can manually check for the update by going to Settings > Software update > Download and install. The download size is around 2,342.12MB, so make sure to connect your phone to Wi-Fi and that the battery is at least 50% charged before you start downloading.
The One UI 8 update enhances your phone’s performance and makes it easier to use. The update comes with a fresh and modern design that gives your phone a fresh and attractive look. This update allows you to customize your lock screen, home screen, and notifications even more easily.
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Samsung begins releasing One UI 8 (Android 16) for Galaxy A54 and A34

Samsung’s One UI 8 (Android 16) is now expanding to more Galaxy A series devices. The Galaxy A54 and Galaxy A34 have become the latest A-series phones to receive the major One UI 8 software upgrade.
Based on Android 16, Samsung One UI 8 brings improved performance, faster animations, and a new, modern design to Galaxy phones. The update also includes improved privacy controls for managing app permissions, as well as improved battery and device care tools.
In addition, the One UI 8 update allows Galaxy users to enjoy even more customization options, including new themes, widgets, and lock screen settings.
Samsung Galaxy A54 and Galaxy A34 users in India can verify the One UI 8 update with One UI build versions A546SKSUCEYI5 and A346NKSUAEYI7, respectively. The company will soon make it available to all models.
You can manually check for the latest update by going to your phone’s settings. Open the System Settings page, scroll down, and select Software Update. Press the Download and Install button to manually retrieve the update from the server.
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